Byron Ward wrote:

This is also stated in the FAA's final rule which is on

www.sportpilot.org

Page 87 2nd full paragraph says:

"The FAA notes that in the final rule the term 'single non-turbine

engine'

has been modified to single reciprocating non-turbine engine. This

was

done

to preclude light-sport aircraft powered by rocket engines but

still

permit

rotary and diesel engines"

Good dig, Byron. Thanks

Fred Osborn

The wankel is a reciprocating engine?  What reciprocates / changes
direction?
Ken Powell

 
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